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Career Studies Certificate
Piedmont Virginia Community College
Program Details
Career Studies Certificate in Manufacturing Technician
Career Studies CertificateCareer Studies Certificate in Manufacturing Technician
Piedmont Virginia Community College
From electronics to micro processors, this hands-on program explores the world of machines. Program graduates may pursue careers in a variety of manufacturing fields.
Program Overview & Guidance

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Program Credit Requirements

Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. lf you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.
The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.
The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.
The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio
and the requirements for the selected program.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Career Studies Certificate in Manufacturing Technician
18
Career Studies Certificate in Manufacturing Technician
18
PLAN GPA AND RESIDENCY
18
Course Requirements for CSC MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN
18
CAD 151
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ETR 113
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
IND 113
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MEC 155
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ETR 140
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MEC 122
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?

| Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Associate Transfer Degree Completion | Prior completion of any associate degree or higher waives the SDV 100 requirement. All courses are evaluated and transferred as applicable to your degree. |
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School | Prior completion of any associate degree or higher waives the SDV 100 requirement. All courses are evaluated and transferred as applicable to your degree. |
| Credit for Prior Learning | https://www.pvcc.edu/credit-prior-learning |
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College Level Information

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Where Can This Degree Transfer

This section displays degrees most closely related to this program
and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the
next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to
visit that program page.
| Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Shore Community College | Associate of Applied Science in Technical Studies | Associate | Associate in Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Mountain Empire Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Computerized Manufacturing Technology | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Mountain Empire Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in CMT - Electromechanical Technology Specialization | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Paul D. Camp Community College | Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Technology | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Paul D. Camp Community College | Associate of Applied Science in Indust Technology - Electronic-Electrical | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Paul D. Camp Community College | Associate of Applied Science in Indust Technology - Electronic Controls | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
Careers Where This Degree Applies

| O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
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| 17-3026.00 | Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Apply engineering theory and principles to problems of industrial layout or manufacturing production, usually under the direction of engineering staff. May perform time and motion studies on worker operations in a variety of industries for purposes such as establishing standard production rates or improving efficiency. | Architecture and Engineering Occupations |
| 17-3026.01 | Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Implement production processes and operate commercial-scale production equipment to produce, test, or modify materials, devices, or systems of unique molecular or macromolecular composition. Operate advanced microscopy equipment to manipulate nanoscale objects. Work under the supervision of nanoengineering staff. | Architecture and Engineering Occupations |
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